Best time to visit Madison, AL
A month-by-month travel weather guide based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
The most comfortable travel window in Madison runs from September through November — 3 months of pleasant temperatures and modest rainfall.
Mild but on the chilly side. Pack a jacket; great for hiking and city walks.
Daylight ≈ 9h 55m
Frequent rain. Bring waterproof gear; outdoor plans need flexibility.
Daylight ≈ 10h 45m
Frequent rain. Bring waterproof gear; outdoor plans need flexibility.
Daylight ≈ 11h 47m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 12h 53m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 13h 49m
Summer heat. Avoid midday exertion; aim for morning and evening activities.
Daylight ≈ 14h 17m
Summer heat. Avoid midday exertion; aim for morning and evening activities.
Daylight ≈ 14h 7m
Summer heat. Avoid midday exertion; aim for morning and evening activities.
Daylight ≈ 13h 18m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 12h 12m
Sweet spot — comfortable highs in the 65-80°F range, mild nights, low rain. Ideal for nearly any outdoor plan.
Daylight ≈ 11h 6m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 10h 9m
Frequent rain. Bring waterproof gear; outdoor plans need flexibility.
Daylight ≈ 9h 41m
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